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Chapter 21: How can I make the most of professional development opportunities for language teachers?

Chapter 21: How can I make the most of professional development opportunities for language teachers?

pp. 318-330

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, Georgetown University, Washington DC, , Georgetown University, Washington DC
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Chapter 21 concludes with a discussion of the ways in which professional development opportunities can contribute to bridging the gap between theory and practice in language learning. The authors present individual and collaborative practices, as well as internal and external experiences that educators may seek out to deepen their conceptual understanding and practical skills.

Keywords

  • reflection
  • observation
  • teacher identity
  • action research
  • conceptual change
  • practical change

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